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Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc.
“With 6,349 reviews averaging 4.8 stars, every publicly posted rating is five stars. Customer reviews name specific technicians including Chris, Raven, Jordan,…”
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Albany
“889 reviews yield a 4.9-star average, with five-star entries praising emergency responsiveness and named technicians. One negative review cites poor service…”
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J & S Heating and Cooling, LLC
“Every reviewer awarded 5 stars, with three clients specifically naming Stu or Duncan. Multiple customers cite…”
Rarick HVAC
“All 58 reviews award 5 stars, with no lower ratings present. Multiple reviewers specifically name John or…”
A & J Plumbing
“All seven sampled reviewers award five stars, with multiple customers specifically mentioning Tim by name and…”
Tibbitts Heating & Cooling LLC
“42 reviewers all award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically praising owner Tate Tibbitts for his…”
DeVoe Heating & Cooling LLC
“All eight verified reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising Bryan's diagnostic skill,…”
Duckwork Heating & Cooling
“All thirty-six client reviews award five stars, with multiple reviewers specifically naming Vinny for his…”
Goodbee Controls
“All 29 reviewers award 5 stars, with six reviews explicitly mentioning Andre Goodbee by name. Emergency…”
J & M Schwarz Heating & Cooling Inc
“Six reviews show strong divergence: three 5-star reviews cite quick same-day service, fair pricing, and…”
J. Chiera & Sons, LLC
“Twenty-four reviewers collectively award J. Chiera & Sons a perfect 5-star rating, with all customers…”
Taub Heating & Plumbing
“Four of four detailed reviews mention emergency same-day service, with two explicitly praising response times…”
Blue Collar Climate
“All twelve reviews award 5 stars, with customers frequently praising punctual arrival, same-day project…”
GEID Mechanical
“Fourteen reviewers assign 5-star ratings without exception, citing Dave directly by name in each account.…”
Northeast Ductless
“All 13 reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with each testimonial mentioning either Larry or Paul by name.…”
Lennox Stores (Parts Plus)
“Three of eight detailed reviewers awarded 5 stars, with specific praise for warehouse staff helpfulness and…”
Northern Home Service Group
“Seven of eight reviewers give five stars, with customers praising Patrick's quick response times and…”
United Refrigeration Inc
“Four of six reviewers award 5 stars, praising inventory depth, competitive pricing, and knowledgeable staff.…”
ESCO, Inc. - Heating & Cooling
“Both available reviews award five stars, with customers emphasizing fair pricing alongside technical…”
Home Services at The Home Depot
“This contractor holds a 4.3-star rating from 4 total reviews. The sole documented customer review describes…”
CA Group
“Three of five reviewers awarded 5 stars, with Chris and Joshua highlighting friendly service and quality…”
CTC MECHANICAL LLC.
“Both five-star reviews name specific technicians: Cuyler and Khalid. Daniel Williams highlights fair pricing…”
AC Replacement Costs in Albany
Replacement costs for aging systems in Albany. If repair cost exceeds 50% of replacement, replacement is usually more economical.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Central AC (3-ton, basic) | $6,160 | $8,960 | $12,320 |
Central AC (4-ton, mid-efficiency) | $8,400 | $11,760 | $15,680 |
Central AC (5-ton, high-efficiency) | $10,640 | $14,000 | $17,920 |
Full HVAC system (AC + furnace) | $12,981 | $15,042 | $15,792 |
Plus ductwork replacement If existing ducts are aged/leaking | $2,352 | $3,360 | $4,480 |
| Repair cost threshold | 50% rule: if repair > 50% of replacement, replace | ||
Prices reflect continental metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
AC Replacement in Albany, NY: What to Expect
Albany’s river valley accentuates seasonal extremes — summers average highs around 85°F with many days above 90°F, and winters plunge to lows near 14°F — so homeowners replace air conditioning not just for comfort but to shoulder heavy seasonal demand. That steady need supports about 25 local contractors with an average rating near 4.4, shaping the competitive ac-replacement Albany market.
Hard numbers for topCostItems aren’t available here, but prices typically reflect system size, SEER rating, necessary ductwork or upgrades, and permit or disposal fees. New York does not have a statewide HVAC license; local licensing and municipal permits govern installations, so expect contractors to factor permitting, inspections, and local code compliance into their quotes and timelines.
No customer highlights were supplied, so prospective buyers should focus on patterns in reviews and service offerings: three providers advertise 24/7 availability, many of the 4.4-rated firms note quick response times and seasonal installs, and good hires will provide written estimates, equipment efficiency details, warranty terms, load calculations, and evidence of local experience handling Albany’s hot summers and long heating season.
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